Billa
The underworld don David Billa (Ajith Kumar), featured on Interpol's criminal list, is hiding and operating out of Malaysia. DSP Jayaprakash (Prabhu) has spent the last few years looking for Billa, leaving behind a life in India.
Directed by Vishnu Vardhan · Action · Thriller · 2007
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Director
Vishnu Vardhan
Writer
screenplay = Vishnuvardhan
Studio
Ananda Picture Circuit / Nigel Wick Zepher Studio
Release
2007
Genres
Action, Thriller
Full Plot
The intertwined stories of an international Don in Malaysia, David Billa, chased by the cops, an Indian police officer, a woman who wants to avenge the death of her brother, and a lowly thief, Velu who shares with Billa, an unusual connection.
Cast & Characters
Supporting
Adithya Menon
Ajith Kumar in a double role as:
David Billa / Ranga "Rangayya", a dreaded gangster and a powerful don
Saravana Velu, a hotel server and small-time petty gangster
Ranjith
Yog Japee
Karan
Master Avnish
Rajesh
T. Balasubramaniam
Rhea, Rajesh's fiancé
Hazel Keech
Did You Know?
Billa is part of TMDb's "Billa Collection."
Source: TMDb API · verified 2026-08-02
Vishnuvardhan has directed 7 films in our catalog, including Yatchan, Shershaah.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
Ajith Kumar appears in 28 films in our catalog, including Mankatha, Nerkonda Paarvai.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
Did You Know that Ajith had to convince director Vishnuvardhan to direct him three times before he finally got his chance?
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-09-09
Did You Know that Nayanthara was initially offered the role of Sripriya, but Isha Sharvani was paid more and received the part instead?
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-09-09
Did You Know that Billa's lead actress Pooja Umashankar turned down the role due to her reluctance to appear in a bikini?
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-09-09
Did You Know that majority of the film Billa was shot in Malaysia at locations including Langkawi and Kuala Lumpur?
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-09-09
Critical Assessment
Audience Breakdown (Einthusan)
Billa does not yet have enough aggregated ratings data to summarize.
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Ratings as of August 11, 2026
Where to Watch
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United Kingdom
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Billa's IMDb rating?+
Billa has a 7.3/10 rating on IMDb from 8,218 votes.
Is Billa good? What are critics saying?+
Billa does not yet have enough aggregated ratings data to summarize.
Who directed Billa?+
Billa was directed by Vishnu Vardhan.
Where can I watch Billa?+
Billa is available to stream, rent, or buy on Eros Now Select Apple TV Channel, Eros Now Amazon Channel, Zee5, ManoramaMax, ManoramaMAX Amazon Channel, AP International South Cinema Amazon Channel.
Fan & Critic Buzz
Billa received a primarily positive critical response from critics. The film was praised for its great star cast, technical glitz, and stylish action sequences, with many noting that it delivers on its promise of being a Hollywood-style remake. However, some critics felt that the film's faithfulness to the original Tamil version detracted from its overall appeal, while others noted areas where the film could have been improved.
Source: Wikipedia — Critical reception (CC BY-SA)
